Scientific Games Seeks New Chief Financial Officer

United States – May 14, 2026 – www.zonadeazar.com Scientific Games officially begins the search for a new Chief Financial Officer following the departure of Nick Negro, who is leaving the company after more than three years leading its finance division. The transition marks a new strategic phase for one of the world’s leading lottery technology and digital gaming providers.

Overview

Scientific Games announces changes within its financial leadership structure at a time when the global lottery-tech industry is experiencing strong digital expansion, technological modernisation and international growth.

The company confirms that Nick Negro will officially step down as CFO on May 15, 2026, while simultaneously launching the search for a permanent successor.

The transition takes place as Scientific Games continues strengthening:

  • global expansion,
  • digital platforms,
  • iLottery solutions,
  • technological innovation,
  • operational growth.

Details / Context

Nick Negro served as CFO and Senior Vice President of Scientific Games since February 2023. Prior to joining the company, he held executive positions at:

  • Honeywell,
  • Dover Food Retail,
  • Navistar.

According to Scientific Games, Negro is leaving to pursue a new professional opportunity in Chicago that allows him to be closer to family.

Scientific Games CEO Pat McHugh stated that during Negro’s tenure:

  • financial and procurement divisions were strengthened,
  • operational structures were improved,
  • the company’s growth positioning was reinforced.

Interim CFO and financial transition

To ensure continuity, Scientific Games appointed Ray Anderson as interim CFO while the company conducts its search for a permanent finance chief.

Anderson brings more than 30 years of international finance experience and previously held leadership roles across:

  • KPMG United States,
  • Europe,
  • Asia.

Most recently, he served as a Global Lead Partner at KPMG, advising Fortune 500 companies on:

  • auditing,
  • capital markets,
  • regulatory strategy,
  • corporate governance.

Scientific Games and lottery-tech evolution

The transition occurs as Scientific Games continues strengthening its position within the global lottery and digital gaming ecosystem.

The company currently operates across:

  • 150 lotteries,
  • more than 50 countries,
  • digital platforms,
  • iLottery systems,
  • omnichannel solutions.

The lottery-tech industry is simultaneously undergoing transformation driven by:

  • digitalisation,
  • artificial intelligence,
  • omnichannel integration,
  • analytics,
  • mobile expansion,
  • fintech convergence.

Industry impact

Executive transitions within lottery-tech companies reflect how the sector continues professionalising financial and corporate structures within an increasingly competitive environment.

Gaming and lottery companies currently face challenges related to:

  • international expansion,
  • compliance,
  • technological modernisation,
  • financial scalability,
  • digital integration,
  • regulated growth.

The appointment of the next CFO could influence future strategies involving:

  • investment,
  • expansion,
  • acquisitions,
  • digital transformation,
  • international development.

Future outlook

Scientific Games will continue advancing its global strategy while seeking to consolidate leadership within the lottery-tech and iLottery sectors.

The growth of digital platforms, modernisation of state lotteries and convergence between gaming, fintech and technology will continue driving new financial and operational demands for the industry’s leading players.

🔗 Edited by: @_fonta www.zonadeazar.com

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